City officials, community leaders, local residents and members of the DIG design team recently gathered to celebrate the grand reopening and 100th Anniversary of the Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library of Philadelphia following its $8.5 million revitalization. The public library, which has served as a center for the Cobbs Creek community for more than a century since being funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, has been refurbished and renovated to celebrate its rich history while incorporating modern conveniences and expanded vital-resource access.
Among the upgrades to the Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library is a new amphitheater, improved ADA accessibility and an interactive play area, along with energy-saving windows, lighting and new finishes and furniture throughout. The project is part of Philadelphia’s $400M Rebuild program, which aims to revitalize the city’s built heritage and community centers.
“The transformation of the Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library went beyond just renovating a building,” said Vince Myers, DIG President. “Our team took this great privilege as an opportunity to connect Cobbs Creek residents with the rich heritage of their community while providing the tools and amenities necessary to succeed and achieve in today’s society.”
Myers was joined by Director of Interior Design Kate Haas, Senior Project Manager Wally Harris and Senior Architect Matt Funk at the ceremonial ribbon cutting. In addition, DIG is involved in spearheading $13.2M in renovations at another nearby library in Philadelphia – the Paschalville Branch – as well as the grand re-opening of the renovated Long Branch Free Public Library in Monmouth County, NJ, both originally funded by Carnegie grants.
The Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Library’s renovation was made possible by a multilateral collaboration that included funding from the Keystone Community Grant Program and William Penn Foundation as well as Rebuild Philadelphia resources.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect III/Architectural Staff III position.
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Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Architect III
Barbara graduated from Rensselaer Polytechnical Institute’s Architecture program. She has spent over a decade in marketing, where her understanding of architecture uniquely enhances her ability to inform the firm’s proposal development and marketing communication strategies and to position the firm as an industry leader. Barbara leverages the team’s knowledge and expertise into compelling content that reinforces brand identity and builds recognition among our clients and peers.
She handles the rigors of her role with determination and adapts quickly to challenges, which stems from an adventurous spirit. When not fine-tuning workflow efficiencies, Barbara is out and about with her family enjoying the outdoors; from ski slopes to local trails to playgrounds to CrossFit.
Emily graduated with a Business Degree from TCNJ and has worked in the Accounting and Finance departments for software, manufacturing and construction companies. Her professional strengths in accounts receivable, process improvement and account analysis are well suited for the complex nature of architectural project billing.
Emily loves to bake, but don’t ask her to make dinner – cooking is not her forte! Her husband is the family chef, and their two young daughters love to “help” in the kitchen. Some of Emily’s favorite things to do include riding bikes with her older daughter Layla, reading with her younger daughter Evelyn, going out to dinner with her husband and friends, and drinking a cup of coffee in peace and quiet.
Chris A’Hearn comes to DIG with over 20 years of experience in corporate financial management across several industries. Along with a BS in Accounting from Rutgers University’s School of Business and an MBA from Monmouth University, Chris has a keen interest in sustainable building solutions and earned the LEED AP Certification. With his experience in engineering and commercial construction, Chris helps DIG to achieve its financial growth initiatives. He brings his passion for sustainable construction and design to the firm as well as contributing his financial expertise to the DIG team focusing on future success.
Away from the office, Chris and his wife, Anne, stay busy with 2 children. Emily studies at Bucknell University and is interested in life sciences. Andy is a gifted and talented student as well as a competitive YMCA swimmer.
DIGroupArchitecture is an award-winning, mid-sized architecture, interior design and graphic design firm with studios specializing in various areas of concentration: education, healthcare, senior housing and community-civic. A minority-owned business with a philosophy that everyone deserves great architecture, DIG is currently staffed with approximately 30 professionals and looking to expand our team and to fill the Architect I/Architectural Staff I position.
Desired Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
Interested candidates please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio to: [email protected].
At DIG, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
